Dual-Language Learners: Strategies for Teaching English

by Angèle Sancho Passe

Overview

Growing research shows that many children from immigrant and refugee families are not doing well in school, due in part to linguistic and cultural disadvantages. Teaching dual-language learners requires cultural sensitivity, an understanding of language acquisition, and intentional teaching strategies. Combining research and techniques, this resource helps early childhood educators support dual-language learners as they develop the skills necessary for school readiness and success.

Angèle Sancho Passe, an early childhood education consultant and writer, is trilingual and has worked with many programs serving dual-language learners. She is the author of Is Everybody Ready for Kindergarten?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781605542027
Publisher:	Redleaf Press
Publication date:	10/12/2012
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	200
Sales rank:	781,999
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Angèle Sancho Passe: Angèle Sancho Passe, MA, is a consultant and writer with more than thirty years of experience in early childhood education. She is an expert in working with programs to develop plans for teaching dual-language learners and supporting their families. She presents on this topic at national, state, and local conferences. Angèle is the author of Is Everybody Ready for Kindergarten?, past president of the Minnesota Association for the Education of Young Children, and trilingual. She holds a bachelor’s degree in child psychology and family social science, a master’s degree in family education, and a certificate in organization from the University of Minnesota.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments ix

Introduction 1

Chapter 1 The Educator's Challenge 5

Chapter 2 Frequently Asked Questions about Dual-Language Learning 13

Chapter 3 Planning an Effective Program for Dual-Language Learners 27

Chapter 4 Learning and Teaching Language 47

Chapter 5 Working with Families of Dual-Language Learners 63

Chapter 6 Environment and Curriculum for the Multilingual Classroom 87

Chapter 7 Techniques for Teaching English in the Multilingual Classroom 99

Chapter 8 Techniques for Supporting the Home Language 119

Chapter 9 Assessment 133

Conclusion: Putting It All Together 145

Appendix of Reproducible Templates 153

Brainstorming Worksheet 154

Classroom Language Plan 158

Family Story Form 160

Parent Tips Handout 162

Essential Elements for Family Support 163

Reading Plan 164

Essential Elements for Teaching 168

Family Survey 170

Essential Elements for Program Quality 172

Glossary 175

Recommended Resources 181

References 187

Editorial Reviews

“This is a great addition to every early childhood teacher’s library. It offers relevant, culturally sensitive, and respectful strategies and tips for using both home languages and English in an early childhood setting. Angèle’s premise is well researched and easy to put into practice. This is an easy read with pertinent information that will serve all educators well.”
—Deby Ziesmer, Vice President, Early Childhood Education, YWCA of Minneapolis

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